POLICY

Jul 12 2025CRIME

How Changing a Few Things Can Make a City Safer

Crime is a big problem in many cities. It's not just about policing. Many things can make a place more or less safe. Things like jobs, housing, and even how a city is built can play a big role. A new tool called CounterCrime looks at these things. It helps people see how changes in one area can aff

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Jul 12 2025POLITICS

New Rules: Immigrants Without Legal Status Can't Join Head Start

The government has decided to block immigrants without legal status from joining Head Start, a free preschool program. This change is part of a bigger plan to limit access to federal benefits for those who are not citizens. For many years, immigrants without legal status could still join some commu

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Jul 11 2025POLITICS

A Judge Nominee's Controversial Past

Emil Bove, a nominee for a federal judge position, is under scrutiny due to whistleblower claims. Erez Reuveni, a former DOJ attorney, has provided documents to Congress that suggest Bove played a significant role in defying a court order. This order was meant to prevent the transfer of over 100 Ven

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Jul 11 2025EDUCATION

Is CASPer the Right Tool for Vet Schools?

Vet schools aim to find students who excel beyond academics. They seek individuals who are compassionate, accountable, and skilled in teamwork. To identify these traits, some institutions have adopted the CASPer test, an online assessment that evaluates how applicants respond to various scenarios. T

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Jul 11 2025HEALTH

Tobacco Warnings: A Closer Look at Nepal's Fight Against Smoking

In Nepal, the fight against tobacco is ongoing, but progress is slow. Despite the government's efforts, including the World Health Organization's guidelines, tobacco use and its related health issues remain a significant problem. A recent study focused on the awareness and perception of graphic heal

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Jul 11 2025HEALTH

Health Savings Accounts: A Step Towards Fair Healthcare

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are a rare win in the world of politics. They are supported by people from all sides and help people take control of their healthcare costs. The recent "Big Beautiful Bill" has made some improvements to HSAs, but there's still more to be done. In an ideal world, peopl

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Jul 10 2025BUSINESS

Coffee Costs Could Go Up Thanks to New Tariffs

Coffee lovers in the US might soon pay more for their favorite brew. Why? Because of a big change in trade rules. The US president recently said they will add a huge tax, or tariff, on coffee from Brazil. This news made coffee prices jump right away. Brazil is the biggest coffee maker in the world.

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Jul 10 2025FINANCE

Stocks Take a Dip as Trade Wars Heat Up

Markets were on shaky ground Thursday morning. The Dow and S&P 500 futures were down, while the Nasdaq was looking at a small gain. This came after President Trump dropped a big announcement late Wednesday night. He said the U. S. would slap a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods starting next month. This

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Jul 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Finland's Forest Strategy: When Words Don't Match Actions

Finland is known for its vast forests. But when it comes to the EU Forest Strategy 2030, the country is taking its time. Why? The strategy focuses on environmental benefits and forests as carbon sinks. But Finland, like other timber-focused countries, is cautious. The EU Forest Strategy is not a la

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

How Floods Hit People with HIV Harder in South Africa

People with HIV in South Africa face extra challenges when floods hit. These storms don't just cause damage to homes and roads. They also make it harder for people to get their medicine, see doctors, and earn money. In KwaZulu-Natal, floods have been hitting often. This area has many people with HIV

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